Shingles is a neuropathic pain disease
Reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus affects the nerve in addition to the skin rash; burning, stinging, electric sensations, and allodynia may be observed.
The first 72 hours
Initiating antiviral therapy as early as possible is the primary approach. Considering ozone should not delay antiviral treatment.
Postherpetic neuralgia
This is neuropathic pain that persists in the same dermatome after skin lesions have healed. The risk increases with age.
2026 meta-analysis
In a 2026 meta-analysis encompassing 20 studies and 1,519 patients, ozone autohemotherapy was associated with favorable outcomes in pain, quality of life, and certain inflammatory measurements. Although methodological differences exist among the studies, these data support further investigation into its clinical contribution through appropriate patient selection and protocol standardization.
Interventional combinations
The combination of dorsal root ganglion pulsed RF with ozone has been investigated in clinical studies. In a 2026 RCT, the PRF+PRP combination was prominent in certain long-term metrics; these comparisons demonstrated that interventional options must be individualized based on the patient profile and targeted outcome.
Local skin care
Ozonated water, ozonated oil, or bagging may be evaluated alongside antiviral therapy in selected patients for local wound and skin support. In this way, the goals of viral treatment and local tissue care can be planned to complement one another.
Our Approach in Our Bodrum Clinic
For those seeking information on this subject in Muğla and Milas, this guide explains application methods together with clinical evaluation. In personalized physician evaluations in Bodrum, medical history, current treatments, and expectations are addressed together.
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